Scotland's Democracy Trail
Aug 2024 · Luath Press Ltd
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The trail follows the emergence of democratic thought and action in Scotland from the 16th century onwards, linking pivotal events to locations along the way. It is a story of ups and downs, triumphs and tragedies, borne along by a stubborn, persistent advance.
The evolution of democracy in Scotland is a fascinating story. Join Stuart McHardy and Donald Smith as they tell this story via a guided tour of the landmarks and monuments of Edinburgh, leading you from Edinburgh Castle to the Scottish Parliament, and through over 500 years of political development.
From the antics of the Edinburgh Mob and the cruelties of Henry Dundas, to the more recent Vigil for a Scottish Parliament and the 2014 referendum on Scottish independence, this book will show you the democratic and historic significance of the places, people and ideas on the route.
A comprehensive timeline, detailed map and photographs throughout make it easy to follow the route and discover the story of Scottish democracy. Scotland's Democracy Trail brings the key political events in Scotland's history to life, demonstrating just how relevant they remain today.
The evolution of democracy in Scotland is a fascinating story. Join Stuart McHardy and Donald Smith as they tell this story via a guided tour of the landmarks and monuments of Edinburgh, leading you from Edinburgh Castle to the Scottish Parliament, and through over 500 years of political development.
From the antics of the Edinburgh Mob and the cruelties of Henry Dundas, to the more recent Vigil for a Scottish Parliament and the 2014 referendum on Scottish independence, this book will show you the democratic and historic significance of the places, people and ideas on the route.
A comprehensive timeline, detailed map and photographs throughout make it easy to follow the route and discover the story of Scottish democracy. Scotland's Democracy Trail brings the key political events in Scotland's history to life, demonstrating just how relevant they remain today.
The trail follows the emergence of democratic thought and action in Scotland from the 16th century onwards, linking pivotal events to locations along the way. It is a story of ups and downs, triumphs and tragedies, borne along by a stubborn, persistent advance.
The evolution of democracy in Sco...
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DONALD SMITH is a storyteller, playwright, novelist and performance poet. Born in Glasgow, he has worked in theatre and literature since the 1970s. Donald is founding Director of the Scottish Storytelling Centre, a founding Director of the National Theatre of Scotland and first Chair of the Literature Forum for Scotland. STUART McHARDY is a writer, musician, folklorist, storyteller and poet, and has lectured on many aspects of Scottish history and culture. A prolific author, he has had several books published including A New History of the Picts, Tales of the Picts, Tales of Edinburgh Castle, The Quest for the Nine Maidens and On the Trail of Scotland's Myths and Legends. ]]
DONALD SMITH is a storyteller, playwright, novelist and performance poet. Born in Glasgow, he has worked in theatre and literature since the 1970s. Donald is founding Director of the Scottish Storytelling Centre, a founding Director of the National Theatre of Scotland and first Chair of the Liter...
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